GARDEN SHELL SALAD

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From Light & Tasty; cook time is chill time. I haven't tried this yet, but it sounds like a delicious alternative to my regular pasta salad!

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked small shell pasta
2 cups frozen baby peas
1 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup reduced-calorie mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding peas during last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, peas, celery, red pepper, and onion.
  • In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, basil, mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.9, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 7, Sodium 252.9, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 6.1

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